1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2010 Mazda B4000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2010 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B 10 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |
